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CHICAGO vs. FORT WAYNE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Fort Wayne, Indiana
The cost of living in Fort Wayne, Indiana is
25.0%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$600,372
in Fort Wayne, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Wayne, Indiana is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Fort Wayne
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Fort Wayne, IN
Compared to Chicago, Fort Wayne is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
25.0% lower
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6.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
41.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
2.3% lower
Commute
41.2% lower
Health
9.9% higher
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Personal
11.0% lower
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